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Rome: Colosseum Roman Forum & Palatine Hill Tour I Max 10 People

5.0 · 68 ratings on Guidekin & Tripadvisor 99% of star-rated reviews are 4★ or 5★ Rome Operated by The Tour Guy Likely to sell out
Duration
3h
Group
Shared, up to 10 travellers
Guide languages
English
Start & pickup
09:00, 09:30, 09:45, 10:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30 · No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Tickets
Admission included
Booking
Instant confirmation · mobile ticket
Guidekin's take

A semi private group capped at ten through the first and second tiers of the Colosseum, then the Forum and the Palatine, rated 4.96 across 68 reviews for a guide who has time for everyone.

Entry ticket and reservation fee are included at €74 per person, tips are not. Moderate fitness needed, and no arena on this one.

In our comparison: #35 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours, by rating weighted by review volume (see the comparison).

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Price and inclusions

One price for every traveller: €74 per adult.

Included and not included

  • Colosseum, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Semi-private guided tour of the Colosseum 1st & 2nd tiers, Roman Forum, and Palatine Hill
  • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
  • Expert English-speaking guide
  • Note: Colosseum fees are as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services
  • Guide tips

Children from €48 (ages 0 to 6). Option texts and prices come from the operator's listing; prices checked on Viator on 3 October 2026.

Reviews

5.0
68 ratings
Guidekin & Tripadvisor

99% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4★ or 5★: 67 of 68

Star breakdown of all 68 ratings

5 stars
66 · 97%
4 stars
1 · 1%
3 stars
1 · 1%
2 stars
0 · 0%
1 star
0 · 0%

What reviewers say

Reviewers value the guides' knowledge and humour, though some want more time at individual sites.

Praised

  • Detailed explanations of Roman history and clear answers to questions
  • Humour and anecdotes keep the history engaging
  • Patient guides engage children and accommodate individual needs
  • Guides seek out shade during hot weather
  • Breaks for rest and photos along the route

Complaints

  • Some want more time at individual sites, while others find the pace unhurried

Written by Guidekin from the 66 most recent English reviews on Tripadvisor (19 January 2026 to 30 September 2026). Refreshed as new reviews arrive; last checked 3 October 2026.

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Meeting point and route

Meeting point

Where
Please Arrive 15 Minutes Early. We meet between the 2 green souvenir kiosks in front of the “Colosseum” metro stop - located just outside the lower-level entrance/exit. A representative will be there holding a sign with ''The Tour Guy'' on it. · Open in Google Maps
Departure
09:00, 09:30, 09:45, 10:30, 13:00, 13:30, 14:00, 14:30 daily; scheduled through November 2027 (operator schedule, seats confirmed at checkout)
Return
This activity ends back at the meeting point
Pickup
No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point
Operator
The Tour Guy; booking and payment are completed on Viator

Itinerary

About this tour, from the operator

Walking, children and accessibility

The operator's own notes, grouped by topic. Nothing here is added by Guidekin.

Walking and health

  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Accessibility

  • Strollers OK
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • We regret that we are unable to accommodate guests with wheelchairs or any walking impairments that require special assistance on our group tours. We are also unable to accommodate strollers or baby carriages.

Good to know

  • Children from €48 ages 0 to 6

Cancellation policy

If you cancel at least 3 full day(s) before the scheduled departure time, you will receive a full refund.<br>If you cancel within 3 day(s) of the scheduled departure, you will receive a 0% refund.

  • 3+ days: Full refund
  • 0-3 days: No refund

Compared with other Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours

TourPriceDurationRatingGroup
This tour · #35 of 132€743h4.96 (68)shared, max 10
Ancient Rome Discovery: Colosseum, Forum, Palatine Guided Tour€1293h4.99 (1367)shared
German Colosseum and Roman Forum€993h4.98 (686)shared
Colosseum & Ancient Rome with Arena Floor Option I Max 6 People€1493h4.94 (3890)shared

Ranked #35 of 132 in Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €4 to €1500, median €115; typical length 2h 30m. 41 of 132 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Compare all 132 Colosseum, Forum & Palatine Tours

From €74 per adult